The Modern Supply Chain

Izzy Rosenzweig
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This is The Modern Supply Chain, the show where we break down the modern supply chain strategies that help e-commerce brands shift from staying above water to predictably scaling. Each episode, we’ll chat with industry experts who will help give you the tools and insights to take control of your supply chain. Just smarter, faster ways to keep your business moving.

Episodes

  1. Why Triple Whale Is Building the Future of E-commerce Data

    1d ago

    Why Triple Whale Is Building the Future of E-commerce Data

    Every e-commerce brand wants to use AI. But most brands are still running on fragmented data, disconnected tools, and dashboards that only tell part of the story. In this episode, Izzy Rosenzweig talks to Maxx Blank, Co-Founder and COO of Triple Whale. They discuss why modern brands need structured data, how AI is changing the way operators run their businesses, and why the future of e-commerce will belong to lean teams using autonomous systems. If you’re building an e-commerce brand, this episode is a look at what the next generation of commerce infrastructure will require.  In this episode, you’ll learn: Why agentic AI is only as good as your dataHow healthy ecommerce brands think about profitability todayWhy smaller teams will scale further with AI toolsHighlights: (00:00) Meet Maxx Blank (09:52) The idea behind Triple Whale (14:45) Why profitable growth matters more than ever (18:25) Attribution, customer journeys, and better data (20:13) Why AI needs structured data (22:17) How AI agents will execute ecommerce workflows (24:10) From dashboards to autonomous operators (26:43) What ecommerce teams will look like in the future Resources:Izzy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-rosenzweig-13653846/Maxx’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxx-blank-8886a421a/ Maxx’s Email: maxx@triplewhale.com Triple Whale’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/triple-whale/ Triple Whale’s Website: https://www.triplewhale.com/

    31 min
  2. The truth about Alibaba and modern sourcing with Isaac Hetzroni

    May 28

    The truth about Alibaba and modern sourcing with Isaac Hetzroni

    Sourcing from Alibaba is a great starting point for most e-commerce founders. But how do you know when you’ve outgrown it? In this episode, Izzy Rosenzweig talks to Isaac Hetzroni, a.k.a. The Sourcing Guy and Founder of Imprint Genius. They discuss how modern brands should think about sourcing as they scale. Isaac explains when it makes sense to work with sourcing agents, how brands should think about factory specialization, and how to build a supply chain that can support long-term growth. If you’re building a DTC brand, this episode is a playbook for scaling beyond your first supplier. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why factory specialization matters as brands scaleThe biggest sourcing mistakes ecommerce brands makeWhy quality control is a worthwhile investment for your brandHighlights:(00:00) Meet Isaac Hetzroni (06:49) Alibaba basics and when to graduate (13:53) Trading companies and scaling product lines (19:51) Quality control for every order (25:33) Diversifying beyond China (32:16) Robots and local manufacturing  Resources:Izzy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-rosenzweig-13653846/Isaac’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaac-hetzroni/  Isaac’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesourcingguy/  Isaac’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxEWoTnbF33eQUFDFo0dckQ  Imprint Genius’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/imprintgenius/

    33 min
  3. Inventory, ad spend, and what it takes to scale a DTC brand with Travis Wright

    May 14

    Inventory, ad spend, and what it takes to scale a DTC brand with Travis Wright

    Scaling an e-commerce business isn’t easy, and knowing where to focus can make all the difference.  In this episode, Izzy Rosenzweig is joined by Travis Wright, Chief Product Officer at Ecommerce Equation, to discuss scaling strategies that drive profitability. Travis shares her experience working with top brands and explains how the right supply chain and marketing strategies lead to sustainable growth.  In this episode, you’ll learn: How to scale your e-commerce brand without losing controlWhy aligning marketing and supply chain operations is crucial for profitabilityThe best ways to balance cash flow and growth for long-term successHighlights:(00:00) Meet Travis Wright (05:12) Small MOQs to unlock faster growth (11:05) Tailored programs for businesses at every stage (17:46) In-house vs. agency marketing (21:41) Inventory lessons every founder must know (26:06) AI creative testing tools (28:44) When and why to expand your brand globally (36:29) AI’s role in e-commerce over the next 5 years Resources:Izzy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-rosenzweig-13653846/Travis’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wright-travis/  Travis’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travisecommerceequation/  Ecommerce Equation’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecommerceequation/  Jay Wright’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaywrightofficial/

    39 min
  4. The rise of Vietnam as a manufacturing hub for e-commerce

    Apr 30

    The rise of Vietnam as a manufacturing hub for e-commerce

    Vietnam is quickly emerging as a top sourcing destination for DTC brands — and for good reason.  Jim Kennemer, founder of Cosmo Sourcing, explains why DTC brands should consider Vietnam, how it compares to China, and the competitive advantages it offers. With years of hands-on experience, Jim shares success stories from brands that have thrived in Vietnam and offers practical advice on how to get started in the country. In this episode, you’ll learn: The key differences between sourcing in Vietnam and ChinaThe importance of tech packs in speeding up production timelinesHow to overcome the challenges of sourcing in VietnamHighlights:(00:00) Meet Jim Kennemer (03:07) China vs. Vietnam, the core differences (08:48) The best product categories for Vietnam sourcing (10:35) How Vietnamese factories have evolved (14:14) Common sourcing mistakes  (18:21) AI and tech packs pitfalls Resources:Izzy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-rosenzweig-13653846/Jim’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jckennemer/  Jim’s Email: jim@cosmosourcing.com  Cosmo Sourcing’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cosmosourcing/

    24 min
  5. Why profitable businesses still end up cash poor with Taylor Holiday

    Apr 16

    Why profitable businesses still end up cash poor with Taylor Holiday

    E-commerce is always shifting.  But one thing’s for sure, it’s no longer about growing at any cost. It’s about building a business that scales smartly and stays profitable.  In this episode of The Modern Supply Chain, Taylor Holiday, CEO of Common Thread Collective, shares how modern DTC brands are evolving with AI, optimizing their P&L, and taking a fresh approach to growth. Get ready for a discussion about the future of profitable e-commerce and what brands need to do to thrive today. In this episode, you’ll learn: How AI is transforming everything from marketing to supply chainsWhy brands must focus on cash flow to ensure long-term successThe critical role of flexible, agile supply chains in scaling profitablyHighlights:(00:00) Meet Taylor Holiday (01:26) The death of the “growth at all costs” mentality (05:47) Prioritizing profitability over top-line growth (13:12) Flexible supply chains are key to sustainable growth (16:38) The game-changing role of AI in e-commerce (27:29) Is the future of e-commerce deflationary? (39:28) Predictions for e-commerce in the next 5 years Resources:Izzy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-rosenzweig-13653846/Taylor’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-holiday-a169b322/  Taylor’s X: https://x.com/TaylorHoliday Common Thread Collective: https://commonthreadco.com/

    42 min
  6. Simplifying global expansion for e-commerce brands with Darwish Gani

    Apr 2

    Simplifying global expansion for e-commerce brands with Darwish Gani

    Is your e-commerce brand ready to expand globally? It might be easier than you think. In today’s episode of The Modern Supply Chain, we sit down with Darwish Gani, founder and CEO of OpenBorder, a platform that helps brands navigate the complexities of international tax, duties, and compliance. Darwish shares insights on simplifying global expansion, reducing overhead, and scaling your brand with minimal risk. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to make international sales a growth lever for your e-commerce brandThe biggest mistakes e-commerce brands make when expanding globallyThe surprising benefits of simplifying cross-border logistics and complianceHighlights:(00:00) Meet Darwish Gani (01:23) Darwish’s journey from e-commerce to OpenBorder (04:02) The role of international sales in scaling your brand (06:54) How to scale your business globally without increasing CAC (10:34) The shift from traditional to digital-first global expansion (13:11) Localization strategies for global brands (17:22) How OpenBorder simplifies tax and regulatory compliance (20:11) Why global expansion is essential for the future of e-commerce (22:44) Darwish’s prediction for global e-commerce in the next five years Resources: Izzy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-rosenzweig-13653846/ Darwish Gani's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darwish-gani/  OpenBorder’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openborderglobal/  Darwish Gani's E-mail: darwish@openborder.com

    25 min
  7. How to run a leaner, meaner business with the DTC Guy, Nik Sharma

    Mar 19

    How to run a leaner, meaner business with the DTC Guy, Nik Sharma

    The world of direct-to-consumer brands is evolving rapidly. The question is no longer how to launch a brand, but how to scale one efficiently. In today’s episode of The Modern Supply Chain, we sit down with Nik Sharma, founder and CEO of Sharma Brands and widely known as the “DTC Guy.” Nik shares how modern e-commerce brands are adapting to new realities around AI, lean teams, rising costs, and changing growth strategies. In this episode, you’ll learn: How successful DTC brands scale from $1M to $100MWhy performance marketing alone isn’t enough to grow in today’s marketHow AI and lean teams are reshaping the future of e-commerceHighlights:(00:00) Meet Nik Sharma(01:34) How Nik became known as the “DTC Guy”(05:49) The evolution of digital growth channels in e-commerce(07:10) Why modern brands are becoming leaner and more efficient(09:51) The hidden costs that destroy e-commerce profitability(11:54) Why many brands struggle between $5M and $10M in revenue(15:35) The shift from performance marketing to brand storytelling(17:56) What “performance branding” means for modern brands(23:11) How tariffs impacted brand operations(31:29) Predictions for the future of e-commerce brands Resources:Izzy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-rosenzweig-13653846/Nik Sharma’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrniksharma/ Nik Sharma on X: https://twitter.com/mrsharmaSharma Brands: https://www.sharmabrands.com/

    34 min
  8. Mastering 3PLs the smart way with Matt Hertz

    Mar 5

    Mastering 3PLs the smart way with Matt Hertz

    Logistics is deceptively simple until it breaks.  In this episode, Izzy Rosenzweig speaks with Matt Hertz, CEO & Founder at Third Person, a 3PL matchmaking business that connects brands with logistics providers. They dive into the trends shaping the logistics industry in 2026, the forces driving these changes, such as tariffs and regulations, and what the smartest brands are doing to find the right supply chain and logistics partners. In this episode, you'll learn: How to choose the right 3PL partner to fuel your brand’s growthHow the 3PL landscape has changedWhat sets brands apart from established playersHow to plan and future-proof your e-commerce brand Highlights: (00:00) Meet Matt Hertz (05:37) Choosing the right 3PL partner (12:06) Smart brands and what helped them grow (13:04) Trends to watch out for in the logistics landscape(16:06) The future of logistics and 3PL Resources: Izzy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-rosenzweig-13653846/ Matt’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hertz/ Third Person LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thirdpersonco/ Third Person website: https://www.thirdperson.co

    18 min
  9. Building brand loyalty through exceptional CX with Eli Weiss

    Feb 19

    Building brand loyalty through exceptional CX with Eli Weiss

    Customer experience in the DTC space has evolved. By leveraging both AI precision and human care, CX can drive retention at scale. In this episode, Izzy Rosenzweig speaks with Eli Weiss, VP for Advocacy at Yotpo and an experienced CX leader across various DTC brands, about what is currently driving results in customer experience. They break down how brands can leverage feedback to optimize their products, what e-commerce brands can learn about CX from the hospitality industry, and why the most valuable CX moments are often human, targeted, and rare. In this episode, you'll learn: How to separate real customer signal from noiseA strategic approach to creating memorable moments for customersHow the best loyalty programs personalize and optimize customer behavior over time Highlights: (00:00) Meet Eli Weiss (05:30) Why brands need to look at their feedback loops (09:58) How AI is transforming CX (13:20) Unreasonable hospitality and the human touch (20:27) Creating nuanced loyalty programs(22:17) A strategic approach to balancing CAC and LTV (27:09) Building an authentic brand that stands out Resources: Izzy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-rosenzweig-13653846/ Jeremy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliweisss/  Yotpo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yotpo/  Yotpo website: http://www.yotpo.com/

    31 min
  10. What most e-commerce brands miss in their P&L with Jeremy Horowitz

    Feb 5

    What most e-commerce brands miss in their P&L with Jeremy Horowitz

    Every e-commerce owner wants to scale their business, with many hoping to eventually sell. But not everyone understands why their P&L is important to making their business sustainable and sellable. In this episode, Izzy Rosenzweig sits down with Jeremy Horowitz, of Let's Buy a Biz!, to talk about financial literacy for DTC businesses. Jeremy shares the key elements of financial management that many e-commerce founders miss, especially when it comes to scaling from $1M to $10M. He breaks down how owners can keep their cash flow from getting stuck, how to do a thorough P&L report, and what buyers look for when acquiring a DTC business. In this episode, you'll learn: Why business owners should start with just one hero productWhat growing DTC businesses should include in their P&LWhy owners should look at their P&L before pulling money from the business Highlights: (00:00) Meet Izzy Rosenzweig (01:12) Meet Jeremy Horowitz(02:35) What DTC owners need to know about planning their exit (04:12) The key to scaling up to your first 10 million (07:05) The importance of knowing your P&L inside out(14:25) Growing your tech brand sustainably(18:23) What business buyers want to see in your P&L (19:48) A demonstration of a mock fashion brand’s P&L(23:26) A cash flow model for the modern supply chain(27:12) Comparing a traditional supply chain model and a modern supply chain model(37:39) What global growth will look like for DTC brands in the next five years Resources: Izzy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-rosenzweig-13653846/ Jeremy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyhorowitz1/ Let’s Buy a Biz! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/let-s-buy-a-biz/ Let’s Buy a Biz! website: https://www.letsbuyabiz.xyz/ Jeremy’s sample P&L: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18yiRetZ4pJ4DwwOMx_KmmU2NElQdJIZ_LJutA6k1Vmg/edit?gid=0#gid=0  Traditional supply chain vs. modern supply chain model: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1TjfI-A4-hPmLglrpKtvadFJ90yKT_PUD/edit?gid=1345608080#gid=1345608080

    41 min

  11. Jan 27

    Introducing The Modern Supply Chain Podcast

    Over the last 50 years, supply chain logistics have transformed dramatically. From local production and high manufacturing costs, the most successful brands have turned to tech-powered fulfillment solutions that respond to demand faster for much less. But not all businesses have unlocked the advantages of agile supply chains. This is The Modern Supply Chain, the show where we break down the modern supply chain strategies that help e-commerce brands shift from struggling to meet revenue goals to growing their business fast. Each episode, we’ll chat with industry experts who will help give you the tools and insights to take control of your supply chain.  Just smarter, faster ways to keep your business moving.

    2 min

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This is The Modern Supply Chain, the show where we break down the modern supply chain strategies that help e-commerce brands shift from staying above water to predictably scaling. Each episode, we’ll chat with industry experts who will help give you the tools and insights to take control of your supply chain. Just smarter, faster ways to keep your business moving.

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    Izzy Rosenzweig
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  • Episodes
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